How to Pronounce "lose out"
expression
ˈɫuz/ /ˈaʊt
LOOZ-owt
lˈuːz/ /ˈaʊt
LOOZ-owt
Definition
To miss an opportunity or not get something good, especially when others do get it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫuz/ /ˈaʊt
British English
lˈuːz/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOOZ-owt
UK
LOOZ-owt
Listen in Context
If you don't hurry, you might lose out on the best seats.
She didn't want to lose out on the opportunity to study abroad.
We lost out because we didn't know about the sale.
If you don't apply soon, you'll lose out to someone else.